VVF Community Fund

“The world is not a lonely place, there is light

and life and love enough for all of us.”

– President Gerald R. Ford

In addition to arts, athletics and education, a critical role of the VVF, in good times or bad, has been and always will be, community. COVID-19 has impacted everyone, but for many in our community, the impact of coronavirus has been catastrophic. We felt it was incumbent on us all to reach out to those who have been hit hardest by these unusual times, which is why we created the VVF Community Fund.

This community is truly special. It is a place where everyone does everything they can, whenever they can, to support one another. For that we are incredibly grateful. When the VVF Community Fund was initially launched on April 22, we set a goal to raise $450,000; all of which would be matched by our generous Vail Valley Foundation Board of Directors. We are thrilled to report that we not only met that goal, but far exceeded it, raising nearly $1,200,000 and providing a wave of much-needed relief to our Eagle County community members hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic.

HOW WILL THE FUND BENEFIT THE COMMUNITY:

Funds raised will be distributed to approximately 20 local nonprofits representing four key areas of need in the community. Based on known needs and thoughtful discussion, by a steering committee, gifts will support the following critical issues:

FOOD INSECURITY

We are seeing a staggering increased demand for food by families in need. We expect 14,000 Eagle County residents will need weekly food assistance in the coming months.

MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

There is a dramatic rise in the need for mental and behavioral health, and domestic violence services in our valley.

SHELTER, CLOTHING & HOUSEHOLD ASSISTANCE

Individuals and families in our valley are not able to meet basic needs.

YOUTH EDUCATION & PROGRAMMING

COVID-19 caused a terrible disruption to the critical education and social and emotional health of our valley’s children and youth.

HOW WILL THE FUND DOLLARS BE ALLOCATED:

Our Steering Committee is in place and comprised of three community members and four members of the VVF Board of Directors and Executive Team. This committee will meet weekly and deploy funds over the coming months to the areas of greatest need. As they do, we will share updates on where support is being allocated and about the positive impact our generous donors are making in our community.

Though have now exceeded our match and concluded our campaign, we are still accepting donations for the VVF Community Fund. If you would like to make a gift to the Fund, please contact Christina Miller at (970) 748-5988 or click below to donate online.